Job summary
This post will work across both the Well-being team and the older people's mental health services to support monitoring of medication and physical health checks for an identified cohort.
The Community Wellbeing Team (SMI Health Checks) provide a health and social care service for people experiencing/recovering from severe and enduring mental health problems.
The post holder will undertake an annual Physical Health Check as detailed in the QOF guidance for people with a severe mental illness (SMI). They will support people to develop and achieve the outcomes of their Health Action plan.
If you don't already have a Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant subject, RDaSH are offering this post alongside the opportunity for you to complete a Level 3apprenticeship qualification [relevant to your role].
As an apprentice within RDaSH you will be given the opportunity to gain experience, learn work-related skills and obtain all the tools needed to thrive.
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Around 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying. This leads to a nationally recognised qualification.
Whether you already work for us or are joining the Trust and NHS for the first time, apprenticeships can help you to develop the skills, knowledge and know-how in order to embark on a successful and fulfilling career within the health service.
Main duties of the job
To undertake an annual Physical Health Check as detailed in the QOF guidance for people with a severe mental illness (SMI) and ensure all interventions are recorded in the Trust Electronic Patient Record (EPR)
To support people to develop and achieve the outcomes of their Health Action plan, working with other agencies to ensure the highest standard of patient care.
To be accountable for delivering appropriate and effective evidence-based care to meet the needs of the individual.
To apply motivational interviewing techniques when care planning health interventions.
To work collaboratively with patients and their carers to facilitate and promote rehabilitation and recovery, helping patients to achieve and maintain their optimum level of mental health functioning and quality of life in the community
To undertaken memory medication monitoring appointments.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Job responsibilities
Before applying, please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.
****If you are applying for this role via the apprenticeship route, please review the attached eligibility document to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria to undertake an apprenticeship****
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9-4 or A*- C or functional skills level 2)
- NVQ Level 2 in a related subject
- NVQ level 3 in related subject or willingness to undertake a relevant Level 3 Apprenticeship
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate a keen interest caring for others
- Previous experience of caring for patients in a clinical setting
- Previous experience of working as part of a team
- Understanding of the assessment and management of risk within the client group
Desirable
- Experience in undertaking ECG and venepuncture procedures and willingness to undertake relevant training
Knowledge
Essential
- Understand importance of maintaining confidentiality
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Motivated / enthusiastic / organised team player
- Able to use own initiative and work without direct supervision within the framework of service policies
- Ability to prioritise workload depending on variability and unpredictability of patient dependency.
- The recognition of when to seek advice from senior colleagues.
- Problem solving skills
- Skilled moving and handling of patients, objects/equipment following Trust policy and local assessment
- Basic IT skills and the ability to work in an agile way, using a laptop device to access the patient record.
- Able to make non-judgemental decisions
- To maintain, update and develop personal, professional knowledge and skills achieving high standards of patient care at all times
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
